Little Malheur Springs Basin

Malheur Area, Oregon (Malheur)
🔥 96°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Little Malheur Springs Basin is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Malheur, Oregon Hot Springs near Malheur Area. Average water soak temperature is 96°F with a geothermal source temperature of 108°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is swimsuit required. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp96°F
Geothermal Source Temp108°F
Hiking Distance1 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Required
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementOregon BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Malheur, Oregon. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 43.1, -122.7 in Oregon. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Little Malheur Springs Basin

Is Little Malheur Springs Basin free?+

Little Malheur Springs Basin in Malheur Area, Oregon is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Little Malheur Springs Basin?+

Little Malheur Springs Basin maintains an average soaking water temperature of 96°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Little Malheur Springs Basin clothing optional?+

Little Malheur Springs Basin is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Little Malheur Springs Basin?+

Located near Malheur Area, Oregon, Little Malheur Springs Basin is accessed via local road access followed by a 1.0-mile trail walk.

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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports

Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler Reports
USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790✓ Official Public Record

Official USGS geothermal survey record for Little Malheur Springs Basin in Oregon. Source soak temperature verified at 96°F near Malheur Area. Public land access verified with zero entrance fee.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-01-15
Public BLM / USFS Land Soaker Protocol✓ Official Public Record

Wilderness access guide for Little Malheur Springs Basin: Leashed pets permitted in surrounding trail areas. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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